
Travelers face new rules as Real ID deadline takes effect
The long-delayed Real ID requirement officially takes effect today, May 7, 2025, marking the culmination of a security initiative that began nearly 20 years ago.
The long-delayed Real ID requirement officially takes effect today, May 7, 2025, marking the culmination of a security initiative that began nearly 20 years ago.
The Department of Homeland Security’s long-delayed enforcement of Real ID requirements begins May 7, creating an urgent deadline for travelers who rely on standard driver’s
Travelers passing through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will soon need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another approved form of identification to board domestic flights.
As the deadline for the new Real ID requirement approaches, travelers across the United States are gearing up to ensure they meet the updated federal